I have been getting botox every 3 months for migraine ( Over a year now of treatments ). My eyebrows are now drooping so badly ( Eye lids also ) that I have to use surgical tape to open my area enough for me to see properly. I spoke to my plastic surgeon ( Who is wonderful ) who administers my restylane ( Lips ) and he suggested a brow lift and eye lid lift. What are the downfalls of this procedure and can it affect future treatments of migraine botox?
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Thank you for your question.Botox will help with the trigger points for migraines.The oral medications may have other benefits for you as a preventative means - to prevent onset of migraines.
The areas and patterns of injection for Botox when used for migraines and cosmetic reasons are similar. As a result, Botox injections for migraines may have a cosmetic effect.
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Excedrin Migraine is a common over-the-counter medication used to treat migraine headaches. It typically contains acetaminophen, aspirin, and caffeine. After receiving Botox injections for chronic migraine, it's generally safe to take Excedrin Migraine, but there are some considerations...
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